Chapter 71

It was a perfect day for the much-anticipated family outing that morning, with the sun high and open, having a gentle breeze cool it down, and so glistening, yet blue water inviting everyone to relax and play. Jacob, Stefani, and the twins were already on their way walking toward the beach, guided by the consistent sounds of waves lapping against the shore.

Stefani beamed when she looked to the front where Jacob was walking ahead of them, carrying their beach bag while holding hands with their four-year-old twins Elara and Ethan. The kids were speeding like rockets, yanking the poor father out, jolting him forward toward the sand.

“Mommy, Daddy, look! The water!” Ethan exclaimed, pointing at the vast ocean that stretched before them.

“I want to build the biggest sandcastle ever!” Elara chimed in, her tiny feet kicking up sand as she tried to run ahead.

Jacob laughed, effortlessly scooping both of them up in his arms. “Whoa, slow down, you two. We’ve got all d